Statement by Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains on National Latino AIDS Awareness Day

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The last day of Hispanic Heritage Month, October 15, has been designated National Latino AIDS Awareness Day (NLAAD). Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains is proud to join NLAAD in this national call to action for Latinos to protect their health and the health of those they love by getting tested and learning about HIV.

Planned Parenthood health centers play a vital role in fighting HIV/AIDS through the year-round provision of HIV screening. In 2010, Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains health centers provided over 13,000 HIV tests. Planned Parenthood affiliates also work with other community-based organizations to ensure all people and families have access to information and education about the prevention of HIV. As a trusted health care provider to many Latinos, Planned Parenthood understands the importance of culturally competent health care.

According to the Centers for Disease Control, Latinos account for 17 percent of new HIV infections. HIV/AIDS is the fifth largest cause of death for Latinos aged 35 to 44 in the United States, and NLAAD provides us with a unique opportunity to remind Latinos about the importance of accessing routine HIV screening and preventing HIV infections.

Latinos unite! Let’s stay healthy! Get tested for HIV!

For more information on where to get tested for HIV visit www.pprm.org

Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains empowers individuals and families in the communities we serve to make informed choices about their sexual and reproductive health by providing high quality health services, comprehensive sex education, and strategic advocacy. More than 123,000 women, men, and young adults annually visit our 28 health centers throughout Colorado, New Mexico, Southern Nevada, and Wyoming. Since 1916, we have been the region’s most trusted provider of reproductive health care. For more information about Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains, call 1.800.230.PLAN or visit pprm.org for the health center nearest you.